(fos/um) The day before yesterday (10.11.), at 17:15, a serious traffic accident involving an e-scooter driver occurred on Bünder Straße in Löhne. At this time, a 28-year-old car driver was driving at the traffic lights on Herforder Straße and turned left into Bünder Straße. At the same time, a 13-year-old boy on an e-scooter was driving illegally on the pavement and cycle path on Herforder Straße. The two vehicles collided in the area of the traffic lights. The boy on the e-scooter suffered minor injuries. It was raining and dark at the time of the accident. An ambulance attended the scene and treated the two-wheeler rider's injuries. In this context, the police would like to point out that e-scooters may only be ridden from the age of 14. In addition, the correct prescribed cycle path must be used when riding. In addition, a two-wheeler must have lights on the vehicle in the dark. Reflectors on clothing are also recommended. Reflectors on the side of e-scooters are mandatory.